Resins and Gums

Gum Arabic (Acacia senegal / Acacia seyal), is a natural plant exudate obtained from acacia trees, prized for its stabilizing, emulsifying, and binding properties.

Mastic Gum (Pistacia lentiscus), is a rare natural resin obtained from the mastic tree, primarily grown in the Mediterranean region

Frankincense (Boswellia spp.), is a natural aromatic resin obtained from the Boswellia tree, traditionally valued for its fragrance, medicinal properties, and spiritual significance.

Myrrh (Commiphora spp.), is a natural aromatic resin traditionally valued for its healing, antiseptic, and aromatic properties.

Tragacanth Gum (Astragalus spp.), is a natural plant exudate obtained from the roots and stems of Astragalus species.

Asafoetida (Ferula asafoetida), is a pungent gum resin obtained from the roots of Ferula plants, traditionally used as both a culinary spice and a medicinal remedy.

Karaya Gum (Sterculia urens), is a natural gum exudate valued for its thickening, stabilizing, and emulsifying properties.

Ghatti Gum (Anogeissus latifolia), a natural plant exudate, is valued for its emulsifying, stabilizing, and thickening properties.

Guar Gum (Cyamopsis tetragonoloba), is a natural polysaccharide extracted from guar beans and widely valued for its thickening, stabilizing, and binding properties.

Locust Bean Gum (Ceratonia siliqua), known as Carob Gum, is a natural galactomannan extracted from the seeds of the carob tree.

Benzoin Resin (Styrax spp.), is a natural aromatic resin prized for its sweet, vanilla-like fragrance and therapeutic properties.

Copal Resin, is a natural aromatic resin obtained from several tropical tree species (Bursera, Protium, Agathis).

Dragon’s Blood Resin, is a rare natural resin obtained from several plant genera including Daemonorops, Croton, and Dracaena.

Pine Resin, also known as Colophony, is a natural resin obtained from Pinus species.

Sandarac Resin (Tetraclinis articulata), is a natural resin harvested from the North African conifer Tetraclinis, prized for its clear, glassy appearance and fresh pine-like fragrance.

Elemi Resin (Canarium spp.), is a natural aromatic resin obtained from tropical Canarium trees.

opanax Resin (Commiphora erythraea), also known as Sweet Myrrh, is a natural aromatic resin prized for its warm, balsamic, and slightly sweet fragrance.

Labdanum Resin (Cistus ladaniferus), known as rockrose resin, is a natural exudate obtained from the leaves and twigs of the Cistus plant.

Storax Resin, obtained from Liquidambar orientalis (Anatolian Sweetgum) and Liquidambar styraciflua (American Sweetgum), is a natural balsamic resin valued for its sweet, warm, and slightly floral fragrance.

Peru Balsam (Myroxylon balsamum var. pereirae) is a natural balsamic resin obtained from trees native to Central America, especially El Salvador.

Tolu Balsam (Myroxylon balsamum var. balsamum) is a natural aromatic balsam obtained from trees native to South America, especially Colombia and Venezuela.

Galbanum Resin (Ferula gummosa / Ferula galbaniflua) is a natural oleo-gum-resin obtained from the Ferula plant, native to the Middle East and Central Asia.

Damar Batu, a natural resin obtained from Shorea spp. trees, is highly valued for its pale yellow to brown crystalline form and clean-burning qualities.

Camphor (Cinnamomum camphora), obtained from the wood and resin of the camphor tree, is a crystalline substance widely recognized for its penetrating aroma, cooling effect, and therapeutic properties.

Kauri Resin (Agathis spp.), obtained from coniferous trees native to the South Pacific, is a natural fossilized or semi-fossilized resin valued for its clarity, durability, and aromatic qualities.

Ammoniacum Gum (Dorema ammoniacum) is a natural gum-resin obtained from a perennial herb of the Apiaceae family, native to Iran and Central Asia.

Guggul (Commiphora mukul), a natural gum-resin native to India, is one of the most important ingredients in Ayurvedic medicine.

Shellac, also known as Lac Resin, is a natural resin secreted by the Kerria lacca insect on host trees across India and Southeast Asia.

Amber Resin, also known as Succinite, is a fossilized tree resin formed millions of years ago, prized for its warm, honey-like color, durability, and aromatic qualities

Pistacia Resin, obtained from Pistacia terebinthus and Pistacia atlantica trees native to the Eastern Mediterranean and Anatolia, is a natural resin valued for its aromatic, therapeutic, and culinary uses.